Coaching Staff
Head Coach: Alan Berrios
Berrios, who is currently the head coach of Northern Arizona University’s women’s soccer team, will continue in that role while also taking on his responsibilities with Desert Dreams F.C.
Since becoming head coach at N.A.U. in 2022, Berrios has made history by leading the team to both the regular season and conference tournament championships in his first season, making him the only coach in N.A.U. soccer history to achieve this feat. The Lumberjacks went on to compete in the national tournament, where they were eliminated by the eventual national champions, U.C.L.A.
Berrios also led Southeastern University in Florida to the same double — winning both the regular season and tournament championships.
With over 25 years of coaching experience at both the NCAA and NAIA levels, as well as significant success at the club level early in his career, Berrios brings a wealth of knowledge to the role. His strong local connections are further demonstrated by his previous experience as the head men’s and women’s soccer coach at Arizona Christian University.
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Assistant Head Coach: George Nahorski
Nahorski is an accomplished former player, including playing NCAA Division One at the University of Louisville where he led the team in both goals and assists his freshman year. In addition, he has trained in Europe with the world famous Ajax Academy.
Following his successful playing career, Nahorski went into coaching where he is currently the Founder & Owner of Striker Elite Soccer which offers private, small group & team training, plus elite camps. Most notably, Striker Elite Soccer has previously teamed up with U.S. Women’s National Team legend Carli Lloyd on multiple one-off events that provide young players with first-hand experience of working with Lloyd. More information on Striker Elite Soccer can be found on Instagram at @strikerelitesoccer.
In addition, Nahorski produces the Striker Elite 2.0 podcast featuring valuable content for athletes, coaches and parents in the form of important conversations taking place around sport, life and faith.
Nahorski will continue to simultaneously serve in his Striker Elite Soccer role while also taking on his responsibilities with Desert Dreams F.C.
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